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Core Needle Biopsy After FNA

MonSmile
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Hi, 

For almost 3 months I've had a swollen lymph node on the left side of my neck. 

I had blood tests done, an FNA and ultrasound. The bloods came back normal and so did the sample.

I now have to go back for more blood tests and a core needle biopsy. 

Has anyone had a similar experience / is a cancer diagnosis possible after normal blood tests etc? I just don't want to get my hopes up to say everything is fine and then get bad news. 

I just want to know whether it may be possible to have normal blood tests etc and be diagnosed at the core needle biopsy stage? 

Thank you all in advance 

 

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    Hi MonSmile, 

    I am now in exactly the same boat - so it was good to stumble upon your post. 

    Following a lymph in the neck ultrasound and FNA (as well as blood tests) that came back clear, the consultant said although it is good news, it would be good to do a core needle biopsy. I feel concerned on what the rationale for doing this is, and like you, really dont want to get my hopes up. 

    Did they explain any more to you on this (i.e. is this a normal procedure/diagnosis path for a swollen lymph node, or was there a legitimate concern?)

    How did everything go for you in the end? I hope you're OK. 

    Thank you in advance.

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    Hi MonSmile, 

    I am now in exactly the same boat - so it was good to stumble upon your post. 

    Following a lymph in the neck ultrasound and FNA (as well as blood tests) that came back clear, the consultant said although it is good news, it would be good to do a core needle biopsy. I feel concerned on what the rationale for doing this is, and like you, really dont want to get my hopes up. 

    Did they explain any more to you on this (i.e. is this a normal procedure/diagnosis path for a swollen lymph node, or was there a legitimate concern?)

    How did everything go for you in the end? I hope you're OK. 

    Thank you in advance.

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